Design Engineer - Structural

Professional Engineering Consultants•Kansas City, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s Clients. This position will be responsible for preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.

Requirements

Ability to work independently and with others
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong work ethic
Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software as described below: 1. AutoDesk Revit 2. AutoDesk AutoCAD 3. Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 4. Bluebeam Revu 5. RISA/RAM 6. Enercalc
Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design of discipline specific project components: 1. Structural Design & Calculations for Buildings Load Path Analysis Lateral Analysis – Seismic and Wind Load Lateral force-resisting systems Structural Elements Design (beams, columns, joists, slabs, walls, and foundations) 2. Structural Materials (Steel, Concrete, Masonry, Wood) 3. Storm Shelters 4. Deep Foundation Systems 5. Precision Equipment/Machine Foundations 6. Pre-Engineered Metal Building Foundations 7. Building Condition Assessments 8. Structural Repair/Retrofit of Existing Buildings
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study from an ABET Accredited University is required

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Performs engineering design, coordinates with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies
Performs tasks during construction administration including review of submittals, site investigations, and RFI response under the direction of the Project Engineer
Performs design and takeoff computations by hand and by computer software
Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards
Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows
Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects
Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion